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Commercial Officer Material Solutions

GKN


Job Location:

Kongsberg - Norway

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 September 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet.With over 16000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Material Solutions is a new business area within GKN that industrialises new manufacturing solutions with the ambition of making the aerospace industry more sustainable.

By combining GKNs existing expertise in design and manufacturing with groundbreaking additive manufacturing technology we develop innovative solutions that require significantly less material than conventionally manufactured aero-engine components.

Using the same technological capabilities we also design lighter and more functional products with the aim of reducing aviations climate impact.

We are now looking for a commercially driven and relationship-focused Commercial Officer to support our Material Solutions US this role you will be responsible for commercial bid management contract administration customer negotiations business development support and funding opportunities. You will play a key role in helping us grow across aerospace space defence and energy markets while strengthening our commercial capabilities and competitive position.

Job Description

As Manager Commercial & Contracts you will be the focal point for commercial activities related to Material Solutions US. You will oversee bids and contracts throughout their lifecycle coordinate negotiations with customers and partners and contribute to strategic business growth initiatives.

Key responsibilities

  • Leading and coordinating all commercial bids proposals and contract negotiations for Material Solutions.
  • Developing and maintaining revenue forecasts order books and commercial performance reporting.
  • Supporting business development activities customer engagement branding initiatives and market analysis.

Additional responsibilities:

  • Structure and continuously improve bid processes and bid data management.
  • Ensure commercial and contractual documentation is maintained updated and properly stored.
  • Collaborate closely with Programmes Business Development and Commercial teams on forecasts bids market opportunities and customer requirements.
  • Participate in customer discussions regarding future business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
  • Identify opportunities for market expansion partnerships joint ventures and new product offerings.
  • Coordinate and support cost reduction initiatives to strengthen competitiveness.
  • Maintain commercial customer interfaces in collaboration with Programme teams.
  • Monitor market trends and developments within aerospace defence space and energy sectors.
  • Identify track and support funding and grant opportunities including those related to offset agreements.
  • Contribute to the annual sales plan and long-term business planning activities.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Business Engineering Law Economics or a related field.
  • Several years of experience in commercial management customer relations contract negotiations or similar commercial functions.
  • Previous experience working within the aerospace industry or a highly regulated industrial environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Strong understanding of business financials commercial principles and contract management.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience with government-funded programmes grants or offset agreements.
  • Experience working across international markets and customer environments.

Who are you
You are a confident communicator who enjoys building strong relationships with customers partners and colleagues. You combine commercial awareness with analytical thinking and are comfortable navigating both strategic and operational challenges. You are proactive open-minded and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Location and Travel: Trollhättan Sweden or Kongsberg Norway. Regular travel to company sites customers and industry events is expected.


Contact Information
For questions regarding the position please contact:

Hiring Manager: Henrik Willgohs 47

Application Deadline: ----
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.


Please note that this position may require security screening in accordance with applicable regulations and customer requirements. Certain programmes or contracts may require specific citizenship eligibility.

Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We arethe place where human dreams plus humanendeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


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